There is a fourth point, but this is entirely her own conjecture. Was it really a coincidence that the Second Prince was killed by his own gunpowder?
Xu Yixing's eyes became brighter and brighter. She knew that if even she could figure out these problems, then the emperor, Lu Anyuan, Lu Hexin, and those equally cunning ministers would certainly have thought of them too.
They would quietly investigate and guess until they found an answer that satisfied the emperor, and Xu Yixing didn't have to worry about it.
But as soon as this matter was over, Xu Yixing suddenly discovered that Lu Anyuan seemed to be getting closer and closer to the throne!
The eldest prince died, the second prince also died; the third prince was unruly but had no strategy, and he might be killed by Lu Anyuan one day. The fourth prince was poisoned and it was not known whether he could survive.
The fifth prince has no interest in the throne and is devoted to business. He even let Lu Anyuan participate in the most shameful mutual killing between brothers, which shows that he does not regard him as an opponent; the sixth prince is also keeping a low profile at the moment, but it can be felt that he is no match for Lu Anyuan, a pig pretending to be a pig and eating the tiger.
In this way, as long as the emperor shows some favor to him, those ministers will rush to him, right? By then, Lu Anyuan will have popularity, money, and his father's constant expectations. Once the emperor dies, it will be difficult for him not to take the throne.
"Oh! Am I really going to go to the palace with him and become that fake queen?" Xu Yixing didn't dare to think about it. Once she became the queen, she would almost never be able to step out of the palace for the rest of her life. She would be imprisoned in a golden cage forever and be admired by others. Hell, hell!
Putting aside other things, even these shadow guards of mine, once they enter the palace, whether they go from darkness to light or continue to lurk, it will not be a good thing. Even for them, I will never enter the palace!
Xu Yixing slept restlessly, but unfortunately Lu Anyuan had been banished to the study that night, so he didn't see her tossing and turning, nor did he hear her inner voice. Similarly, Xu Yixing didn't see Lu Anyuan, smiling, as he imagined the glorious future when they ascended the throne together, power and love in hand, what a delight!
Who could have known that these coincidences and deviations would make things so absurd and unexpected in the future.
On August 27th, an imperial edict was issued early in the morning and sent to the Seventh Prince's Mansion, which had been quiet all the time, and the Fourth Prince's Mansion and Prince Cheng's Mansion, which had been looted.
Lu Anyuan set up the incense table and took Yixing to kneel down to receive the order. He felt indescribably happy and pleased in his heart.
"By the Providence of Heaven, the Emperor proclaims: Great changes have taken place in the capital, and many have died in the imperial family. Fortunately, the Seventh Prince Yuan has been blessed with unparalleled loyalty and courage, and a man of profound benevolence and filial piety. He has repeatedly saved me from danger, relieved the suffering of my ministers, subdued the rebels at the gates of the city, and pursued the rebels in the bustling streets. His merits are worthy of recognition, his virtues are commendable, and his filial piety is commendable.
Therefore, I have taken the advice of my ministers and, in compliance with the Empress Dowager's benevolent instructions, have granted Qibei an additional fiefdom. From now on, Qinan and Qibei are united as one. All matters within the fiefdom must be carried out in accordance with the law. I have also granted Yuan the title of Prince of Filial Piety and Righteousness, rewarding him with houses and land, and granting him gold and pearls. All matters shall be handled in conjunction with the Ministry of Rites. This is my decree!"
When Lu Anyuan first heard it, his heart moved, and he felt relaxed and refreshed, like a spring breeze. When he looked up again, his expression had returned to normal.
"Your son has received the imperial decree. Long live the emperor!" This was probably the most sincere smile he had ever made. He easily handed some silver notes to the strong man who came to announce the imperial decree, and naturally knew what imperial decrees the other two governments had received.
After listening to the imperial edict, Xu Yixing turned around and went back to the main hall without paying attention to what Lu Anyuan and the eunuch said.
The emperor is so kind to him! Not only did he grant him the additional territory of Qibei, but more importantly, how did you become a king? Doesn't that mean what I said last night has come true?
God! You really are Lu Anyuan's biological father, why do you always side with him?
Soon, Lu Anyuan walked in quickly, the smug look on his face still lingering. Seeing Yixing, he was delighted at first, then he said, "Madam, oh no, Princess, what did you say yesterday about what you would do after I was crowned king? I can't hear you clearly, could you please say it again?"
"Show off." Xu Yixing sat down on the bed and patted the edge of the bed. Sure enough, he saw Lu Anyuan following him like a puppy.
"You agree? The princess is so nice!" Lu Anyuan hugged Yixing tightly, and felt that she was very amiable and attractive.
"Why don't you just call me Madam from now on? I'm not used to it yet."
"We can be casual at home, but we can't make mistakes outside."
"You don't have to tell me that!" Xu Yixing was actually no longer angry. He rubbed against his arms twice, which made Lu Anyuan feel itchy. However, it was broad daylight, so he could only stay where he was, not daring to move.
"Actually, I wouldn't be that happy if I were you."
"Why is this?" Lu Anyuan did not feel disappointed. On the contrary, he urgently needed some cold water to sober himself up.
"Don't you think the title of King Xiaoyi is a bit too grand? None of you brothers have been crowned kings. Even the previous 'King of Weeping North' was self-proclaimed. Now there's actually a prince. It's too much of an eyesore. Others won't be happy. Besides, King Cheng only has one character, Cheng, but you have two. I wonder what he thinks..."
Lu Anyuan loosened his arms a little, he could feel some indecent changes somewhere.
"That's fine. If they can bring in reinforcements, find a wife who can persuade Chen Yue, and offer medicine to the emperor, they will naturally be crowned kings." Well-deserved, that's it.
Even if the other brothers were unwilling, they had to admit that Lu Anyuan's throne was his credit, so he was fearless.
"As for your question about whether Uncle Prince Cheng would mind, why do you think Father wrote 'Empress Dowager's Kind Instructions' on the imperial edict? The Empress Dowager has seen it and naturally agreed to it. If the Empress Dowager has no objections, what can her son have?"
"According to what you said, the emperor has really made thoughtful plans for you. He even brought out the opinions of ministers and the orders of the empress dowager, just because he doesn't want people to criticize you?" Xu Yixing raised his head and looked at his Adam's apple, unable to believe that the emperor could be so considerate.
"My father is just like that. If he really values someone, he'll do everything in his power to make him happy. When Concubine Ying wanted my second brother to marry a merchant's daughter, my father directly rewarded her family with official titles and married her off as an official. And when my uncle embezzled public funds to build a private residence, it was my father who single-handedly stopped him. So you don't have to be surprised. It's only because I caught my father's eye."
Lu Anyuan recalled the conversation he had with his father on Mount Gushan that night. It must have been at that time that he truly let his father see it for the first time and made him satisfied, which is why he made such a big move.
"So, the only person your father feels sorry for is your aunt?"
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